National Road Carriers (NRC)
National Party makes $500m pothole pledge
The National Party is promising to allocate $500 million towards pothole repairs if elected in October and it’s got the thumbs up from truckies.
NRC sets growth strategy at annual meeting
The National Road Carriers Association held its 87th AGM on June 23 with topics such as industry partnerships, road maintenance and the driver workforce among key topics discussed.
Trucking industry welcomes fuel resiliency bill
A fuel industry bill which will put in place minimum stockholding regulations is being welcomed by members of the road freight sector. The Fuel Industry…
Budget focus on resilience right but roading deficit remains: NRC
The transport industry says this year’s Budget has missed the mark when it comes to long-term funding in the country’s roading network.
Bridge to reconnect Coromandel welcomed
The road transport industry is welcoming the Government’s announcement that it will fund construction of a bridge to replace SH25A and reconnect the Coromandel peninsula. State Highway 25A…
NRC releases ‘big issues’ overview
National Road Carriers Association has published an overview of its positions on the challenges and opportunities facing the road transport sector. It includes ideas around the…
New immigration settings for truck drivers
The transport industry is welcoming further details of a residency pathway for migrant truck and bus drivers. Immigration and transport minister Michael Wood has confirmed that…
Industry ‘keen to move quickly’ on truck safety programme
The commercial heavy transport sector is partnering with government agencies to help rollout an industry-led truck safety accreditation programme. Key commercial freight industry figures met recently…
Northland ‘urgently’ needs alternative route, says freight industry
Trucking companies that operate in Northland are breathing a sigh of relief that State Highway 1 over the Brynderwyn Hills is now temporarily reopen in both…
Trucking body backs Auckland mayor’s road cone battle
The trucking industry reckons Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown is making the right call in his plans to tackle the amount of road cones and road closures…